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About AusLSA

We are committed to advancing corporate sustainability, human rights, and climate action across the legal sector.

The Australian Legal Sector Alliance

The Australian Legal Sector Alliance (AusLSA) is a not-for-profit network of Australian law firms, partners and stakeholders working together to advance sustainability across the legal sector.

Founded and funded by its members, AusLSA provides tools, resources, and a collaborative framework to help firms plan, implement, and track their sustainability initiatives.

The AusLSA Principles

Recognising value:

Building a shared understanding of the benefits of sustainability across our businesses.

Collaborating: 

Strengthening the capacity of peers, suppliers and stakeholders.

Leading debate:

Promoting best practice within the legal sector and beyond.

Taking action: 

Measuring, managing and continuously improving sustainability outcomes.

Being accountable: 

Reporting progress openly and transparently.

Vision

For the Australian legal sector to be recognised globally as a leader in social and environmental sustainability, creating lasting societal value.

Mission

To work collaboratively to inspire and embed sustainable practices across people & workplace, community, environment, and governance.

Why Join AusLSA

AusLSA supports firms to

  • Access a comprehensive sustainability reporting framework designed for the legal sector
  • Demonstrate leadership and a commitment to corporate sustainability
  • Align operations with best practices
  • Utilise AusLSA’s reporting to measure, track, and improve ESG performance
  • Benchmark progress with other Australian law firms
  • Communicate ESG goals and progress with staff, partners, and stakeholders
  • Collaborate and share knowledge with other firms

Meet Our Board

Dedicated professionals driving sustainable solutions in the legal sector.

2025 AusLSA Board of Directors

Brendan Bateman

Co-Chair Partner, Clayton Utz

Kelvin O’Connor

Co-Chair, Principal, Adjutus Consulting Services

Mark Hornsby

Head of Property & Workplace, Africa, Asia Pacific and Middle East, DLA Piper

Eloise Schnierer

Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Gilbert + Tobin

Stuart Napthali

Partner, Maddocks

Jacqueline Plant

Partner, Norton Rose Fullbright

Joanna Renkin

Partner, Pro Bono, Community & Environment, Lander & Rogers

Joshua Martin

Foresight Consulting Group, Specialist Board Member

Paul Fencaros

AusLSA General Manager & Secretary
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Join the AusLSA Sustainability Network

Become part of a collaborative industry network committed to advancing sustainability in the legal sector. As a member, you’ll gain access to valuable resources, insights, and shared learning, while connecting with professionals who are driving meaningful change across the profession.
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